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 Orissa is a kaleidoscope of flora, fauna and topography. From the evergreen forests of the Eastern Ghats to the shrubs and herbs of the highlands, from the fertile plains formed by rivers originating from India's heartland to the beaches on the eastern coast, Orissa has it all.
This very diversity in the topography of the region has allowed distinct ecosystems to adapt and evolve in Orissa. Thereby giving Orissa a much sought after green cover and a distinct image on the map of India, dotted with hundreds of National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries, for you to explore and enjoy on your tour to Wildlife Sanctuaries in Orissa.
Where Bhitarkanika is the second largest mangrove ecosystem in India, the Gahirmatha Turtle Sanctuary next to it is a beach and marine reserve.
The Chilika Lake, the biggest salt-water lake in Asia, is home to a magnificent bird sanctuary whereas the Simlipal National Park boasts of several scenic spots such as the spectacular Barehipani and Joranda waterfalls.
While Tikarpada Gharial Sanctuary overlooks Orissa's most awe-inspiring Satkosia Gorge perfect for white water rafting and angling, the wildlife sanctuaries at Nandan Kanan and Chandaka are the green lungs of the cities that were nearly deforested and where most of the species had nearly gone extinct from the history of Orissa's diverse wildlife.
There are other minor wildlife sanctuaries in Orissa that too can be included on your tour for short excursions, depending upon your convenience, interests and destination of tour. Some of the other wildlife sanctuaries that you can visit on your tour to Orissa include the sanctuaries at Sunabeda, Satkosia, Ushakothi, Belghar, Ambapani, Balukund, Karlapat and Kotagarh.
The point is: Orissa has it all. Whatever you have imagined tours to wildlife sanctuaries to be like; Tourism of Orissa takes it a step forward just for you, on your tour to Orissa wildlife sanctuaries. Give it a shot and you'll never regret your decision.
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